{"id":126,"date":"2024-02-08T14:27:47","date_gmt":"2024-02-08T14:27:47","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/dirco.gov.za\/turkey\/consular-services\/"},"modified":"2026-09-16T12:49:46","modified_gmt":"2026-09-16T12:49:46","slug":"consular-services","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/dirco.gov.za\/ankara\/consular-services\/","title":{"rendered":"Consular services"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t<div data-elementor-type=\"wp-page\" data-elementor-id=\"126\" class=\"elementor elementor-126\" data-elementor-post-type=\"page\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"aux-parallax-section elementor-element elementor-element-5a34b6fd e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"5a34b6fd\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\" data-settings=\"{&quot;ekit_has_onepagescroll_dot&quot;:&quot;yes&quot;}\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-5be3d53f elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"5be3d53f\" 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data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-settings=\"{&quot;ekit_we_effect_on&quot;:&quot;none&quot;}\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p><strong>Visitor\u2019s Visas:<\/strong><\/p><p>May be issued to a foreigner who intends to visit South Africa for holiday purposes, business meetings, to attend conferences or sport events, academic sabbaticals, voluntary or charitable activities, research purposes and entertainers.<\/p><p>Visitor\u2019s visas are for international travellers, (citizens of other countries) who have permanent residence outside the Republic of South Africa and who wish to go to the country on a temporary basis for tourism or business purposes.<\/p><p>Please note that Turkish citizens are exempt from visas for a period of thirty (30) days for holiday purposes.\u00a0 Applications from the Republics of Azerbaijan and Uzbekistan are accepted at this Embassy.<\/p><p><strong>IMPORTANT NOTICE:<\/strong>\u00a0CHANGE OF PROCEDURE As of 01 November 2010, all applicants from Uzbekistan applying for a visa or permit must submit their applications in person or utilize a courier service delivery to be made to the Embassy in Ankara , Turkey, all applications must be pre paid for return or a return courier fee must be deposited into the Embassy Home Affairs Account indicated on this web site. All required documents that should accompany the application can also be found on this web site.<\/p><p>A visa indicates that your application has been reviewed at a South African Embassy or consulate and that the consular officer has determined you are eligible to enter the country for a specific purpose.<\/p><p>The visa will allow you to travel to a South African port of entry (airport or land border crossing) where an immigration official will then determine if you will be allowed to enter South Africa and for how long you can stay for that particular visit.<\/p><p>On entry to South Africa, a visa is considered to be a visitor&#8217;s permit. The permit&#8217;s period of validity is calculated from the date of entry into South Africa and will be set out under the heading &#8220;conditions&#8221; on the visa label.<\/p><p><strong>Requirements for a Visitor&#8217;s Visa &#8211; Holiday:<\/strong><\/p><ul><li>\u00a0 Complete application form (BI-84) (www.home-affairs.gov.za\/documents\/bi-84.pdf)<\/li><li>\u00a0 Fee to be deposited into the Embassy\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/www.southafrica.org.tr\/index.php\/consular\/bank-account\"><strong>bank account<\/strong><\/a><\/li><li>\u00a0 2 x passport size photos<\/li><li>\u00a0 Passport valid for no less than 30 days after the expiry of intended visit<\/li><\/ul><ul><li>At least two unused pages when presenting the passport for the purpose of endorsing a visa or permit<\/li><li>\u00a0 A yellow fever vaccination certificate, if applicant travelled or intends travelling from or through a yellow fever endemic area (not applicable for direct transit)<\/li><li>\u00a0 Statement or documentation confirming the purpose and duration of visit in the form of:<ul><li>\u00a0Confirmation of hotel reservation<\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><p><strong>OR<\/strong><\/p><ul><li>\u00a0Letter of invitation from the host in South Africa containing the following:<ul><li>\u00a0Copy of hosts ID document or residence permit or passport<\/li><li>\u00a0Contact details (residential address and telephone number)<\/li><li>\u00a0The host should also accept responsibility for the costs related to the maintenance and removal of the applicant in writing<\/li><\/ul><\/li><li>\u00a0Proof of sufficient funds or subsistence during the period of the visit in the form of:<ul><li>\u00a0Bank statements<\/li><li>\u00a0Available cash<\/li><li>\u00a0Travellers cheques<\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><p><strong>OR<\/strong><\/p><ul><li>\u00a0Undertaking(s) by the host(s) in the Republic in the form of Bank statements or Salary advices<\/li><li>\u00a0Minor (accompanied) \u2013 consent from the guardian or proof of custody<\/li><li>\u00a0Minors (unaccompanied) \u2013 consent from the guardian<\/li><li>\u00a0Return ticket reservation<\/li><\/ul><p><strong>Requirements for a Visitor&#8217;s Visa &#8211; Medical and Study:<\/strong><br \/><strong>For a stay less than 3 months<\/strong><br \/><br \/>May be issued to a foreigner who intends to study or receive medical treatment in South Africa for less than three (3) months.<\/p><ul><li>\u00a0Complete application form (BI-84) (www.home-affairs.gov.za\/documents\/bi-84.pdf)<\/li><li>\u00a0Fee to be deposited into the Embassy\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/www.southafrica.org.tr\/index.php\/consular\/bank-account\"><strong>bank account<\/strong><\/a><\/li><li>\u00a02 x passport size photos<\/li><li>\u00a0Passport valid for no less than 30 days after the expiry of intended visit<\/li><li>\u00a0At least two unused pages when presenting the passport for the purpose of endorsing a visa or permit<\/li><li>\u00a0A yellow fever vaccination certificate, if applicant travelled or intends travelling from or through a yellow fever endemic area (not applicable for direct transit)<\/li><li>\u00a0Statement or documentation confirming the purpose and duration of visit in the form of:<ul><li>\u00a0Confirmation of hotel reservation<\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><p><strong>OR<\/strong><\/p><ul><li>\u00a0Letter of invitation from the host in South Africa containing the following:<ul><li>\u00a0Copy of hosts ID document or residence permit or passport<\/li><li>\u00a0Contact details (residential address and telephone number)<\/li><li>\u00a0The host should also accept responsibility for the costs related to the maintenance and removal of the applicant in writing<\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><ul><li>\u00a0Proof of sufficient funds or subsistence during the period of the visit in the form of:<ul><li>\u00a0Bank statements<\/li><li>\u00a0Available cash<\/li><li>\u00a0Travellers cheques<\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><p><strong>OR<\/strong><\/p><p>\u00a0Undertaking(s) by the host(s) in the Republic in the form of Bank statements or Salary advices<\/p><ul><li>\u00a0Minor dependent children accompanying or joining:<\/li><li>\u00a0Unabridged Birth Certificate<\/li><li>\u00a0If adopted, proof of adoption<\/li><li>\u00a0In the case of a minor subject to guardianship or custody, proof of such guardianship or custody<\/li><li>\u00a0Marriage Certificate<\/li><li>\u00a0Full birth certificate of applicant (if applicable)<\/li><li>\u00a0Proof of relationship (Affidavit in respect of Permanent Spousal relationship and particulars of any children born of such relationship)<\/li><li>\u00a0Return ticket reservation OR a written undertaking by the invitee or learning institute accepting responsibility for the costs related to the deportation of the applicant and his\/her dependent family members, should it become necessary<\/li><\/ul><p><strong>\u00a0<\/strong><\/p><p><strong>Requirements for a Visitor&#8217;s Visa &#8211; Academic Sabbatical, Research, Voluntary and Charitable Activities:<\/strong><\/p><p><strong>For stays more than 3 months and up to 3 years<\/strong><\/p><ul><li>\u00a0Complete application form (BI-84) (www.home-affairs.gov.za\/documents\/bi-84.pdf)<\/li><li>\u00a0Fee to be deposited into the Embassy\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/www.southafrica.org.tr\/index.php\/consular\/bank-account\"><strong>bank account<\/strong><\/a><\/li><li>\u00a02 x passport size photos<\/li><li>\u00a0Passport valid for no less than 30 days after the expiry of intended visit<\/li><li>\u00a0At least two unused pages when presenting the passport for the purpose of endorsing a visa or permit<\/li><li>\u00a0A yellow fever vaccination certificate, if applicant travelled or intends travelling from or through a yellow fever endemic area (not applicable for direct transit)<\/li><li>\u00a0Statement or documentation confirming the purpose and duration of visit in the form of:<ul><li>\u00a0Confirmation of hotel reservation<\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><p><strong>OR<\/strong><\/p><ul><li>\u00a0Letter of invitation from the host in South Africa containing the following:<ul><li>\u00a0Copy of hosts ID document or residence permit or passport<\/li><li>\u00a0Contact details (residential address and telephone number)<\/li><li>\u00a0The host should also accept responsibility for the costs related to the maintenance and removal of the applicant in writing<\/li><\/ul><\/li><li>Proof of sufficient funds or subsistence during the period of the visit in the form of:<ul><li>\u00a0Bank statements<\/li><li>\u00a0Available cash<\/li><li>\u00a0Travellers cheques<\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><p><strong>OR<\/strong><\/p><p>Undertaking(s) by the host(s) in the Republic in the form of Bank statements or Salary advices<\/p><ul><li>\u00a0Minor dependent children accompanying or joining:<\/li><li>\u00a0An unabridged Birth Certificate<\/li><li>\u00a0If adopted, proof of adoption<\/li><li>\u00a0In the case of a minor subject to guardianship or custody, proof of such guardianship or custody<\/li><li>\u00a0Marriage Certificate (if applicable)<\/li><li>\u00a0Full birth certificate of applicant (if applicable)<\/li><li>\u00a0Proof of relationship (Affidavit in respect of permanent spousal relationship and particulars of any children born of such relationship)<\/li><li>\u00a0Police Clearance Certificate<\/li><li>\u00a0Medical report in respect of each applicant<\/li><li>\u00a0Radiological report respect of each applicant (not applicable for children under the age of 12 years and pregnant women)<\/li><li>\u00a0Valid return air ticket OR\u00a0a written undertaking by the employer accepting responsibility for the costs related to the deportation of the applicant and his\/her dependent family members, should it become necessary<\/li><\/ul><p><strong>\u00a0<\/strong><\/p><p><strong>Requirements for a Visitor&#8217;s Visa &#8211; Entertainment Industry:<\/strong><\/p><p>Foreigners in the entertainment industry, who wish to work in the Republic of South Africa and do not qualify for a work permit, will be regulated on visitor\u2019s permits in terms of section 11(2) of the Immigration Act no 13 of 2002 as amended.<\/p><ul><li>\u00a0Complete application form (BI-84) (www.home-affairs.gov.za\/documents\/bi-84.pdf)<\/li><li>\u00a0Fee to be deposited into the Embassy\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/www.southafrica.org.tr\/index.php\/consular\/bank-account\"><strong>bank account<\/strong><\/a><\/li><li>\u00a02 x passport size photos<\/li><li>\u00a0Passport valid for no less than 30 days after the expiry of intended visit<\/li><li>\u00a0At least two unused pages when presenting the passport for the purpose of endorsing a visa or permit<\/li><li>\u00a0A yellow fever vaccination certificate, if applicant travelled or intends travelling from or through a yellow fever endemic area (not applicable for direct transit)<\/li><li>\u00a0Statement or documentation confirming the purpose and duration of the visit<\/li><li>\u00a0Proof of sufficient funds or subsistence during the period of the visit in the form of:<ul><li>\u00a0Bank statements<\/li><li>\u00a0Available cash<\/li><li>\u00a0Travellers cheques<\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><p><strong>OR<\/strong><\/p><p>\u00a0Undertaking(s) by the host(s) in the Republic in the form of Bank statements or Salary advices<\/p><ul><li>\u00a0Minor dependent children accompanying or joining:<ul><li>\u00a0If adopted, proof of adoption<\/li><li>\u00a0In the case of minor subject to guardianship or custody, proof of such guardianship and custody<\/li><li>\u00a0In the case of unaccompanied minor \u2013 consent from the guardian<\/li><\/ul><\/li><li>\u00a0Return air ticket<\/li><\/ul><p><strong>Requirements for a Visitor&#8217;s Visa &#8211; Accompanying Spouse:<\/strong><\/p><p>May be issued to a foreigner who will accompany his or her spouse who has been issued with a valid Temporary Residence Permit<\/p><ul><li>\u00a0Complete application form (BI-84) (www.home-affairs.gov.za\/documents\/bi-84.pdf)<\/li><li>\u00a0Fee to be deposited into the Embassy\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/www.southafrica.org.tr\/index.php\/consular\/bank-account\"><strong>bank account<\/strong><\/a><\/li><li>\u00a02 x passport size photos<\/li><li>\u00a0Passport valid for no less than 30 days after the expiry of intended visit<\/li><li>\u00a0At least two unused pages when presenting the passport for the purpose of endorsing a visa or permit<\/li><li>\u00a0A yellow fever vaccination certificate, if applicant travelled or intends travelling from or through a yellow fever endemic area (not applicable for direct transit)<\/li><li>\u00a0Statement or documentation confirming the purpose and duration of visit in the form of:<ul><li>\u00a0Confirmation of hotel reservation<\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><p><strong>OR<\/strong><\/p><ul><li>\u00a0Letter of invitation from the host in South Africa containing the following:<ul><li>\u00a0Copy of hosts ID document or residence permit or passport<\/li><li>\u00a0Contact details (residential address and telephone number)<\/li><li>\u00a0The host should also accept responsibility for the costs related to the maintenance and removal of the applicant in writing<\/li><\/ul><\/li><li>\u00a0Proof of sufficient funds or subsistence during the period of the visit in the form of:<ul><li>\u00a0Bank statements<\/li><li>\u00a0Available cash<\/li><li>\u00a0Travellers cheques<\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><p><strong>OR<\/strong><\/p><p>Undertaking(s) by the host(s) in the Republic in the form of Bank statements or Salary advices<\/p><ul><li>\u00a0Medical report in respect of each applicant<\/li><li>\u00a0Radiological report in respect of each applicant (not applicable for children under the age of 12 years or pregnant women)<\/li><li>\u00a0Police Clearance Certificate<\/li><li>\u00a0Marriage certificate (if applicable)<\/li><li>\u00a0Minor (accompanied) \u2013 in the case of a minor subject to guardianship or custody, proof of such guardianship or custody<\/li><li>\u00a0Minors (unaccompanied) \u2013 consent from the guardian<\/li><li>\u00a0Return air ticket<\/li><\/ul><p><strong>\u00a0<\/strong><\/p><p><strong>Requirements for a Visitor&#8217;s Visa &#8211; Fianc\u00e9e:<\/strong><\/p><p>May be issued to a foreigner who intends to marry a South African citizen or resident in South Africa<\/p><ul><li>\u00a0Complete application form (BI-84) (www.home-affairs.gov.za\/documents\/bi-84.pdf)<\/li><li>\u00a0Fee to be deposited into the Embassy\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/www.southafrica.org.tr\/index.php\/consular\/bank-account\"><strong>bank account<\/strong><\/a><\/li><li>\u00a02 x passport size photos<\/li><li>\u00a0Passport valid for no less than 30 days after the expiry of intended visit<\/li><\/ul><ul><li>At least two unused pages when presenting the passport for the purpose of endorsing a visa or permit<\/li><li>\u00a0A yellow fever vaccination certificate, if applicant travelled or intends travelling from or through a yellow fever endemic area (not applicable for direct transit)<\/li><li>\u00a0Statement or documentation confirming the purpose and duration of visit in the form of:<ul><li>\u00a0Confirmation of hotel reservation<\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><p><strong>OR<\/strong><\/p><ul><li>\u00a0Letter of invitation from the host in South Africa containing the following:<ul><li>\u00a0Copy of hosts ID document or residence permit or passport<\/li><li>\u00a0Contact details (residential address and telephone number)<\/li><\/ul><\/li><li>\u00a0The host should also accept responsibility for the costs related to the maintenance and removal of the applicant in writing<\/li><li>\u00a0Proof of sufficient funds or subsistence during the period of the visit in the form of:<ul><li>\u00a0Bank statements<\/li><li>\u00a0Available cash<\/li><li>\u00a0Travellers cheques<\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-3dca1ac0 elementor-widget elementor-widget-toggle\" data-id=\"3dca1ac0\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-settings=\"{&quot;ekit_we_effect_on&quot;:&quot;none&quot;}\" data-widget_type=\"toggle.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-toggle\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-toggle-item\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div id=\"elementor-tab-title-1031\" class=\"elementor-tab-title\" data-tab=\"1\" role=\"button\" aria-controls=\"elementor-tab-content-1031\" aria-expanded=\"false\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-toggle-icon elementor-toggle-icon-left\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-toggle-icon-closed\"><svg class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-caret-right\" viewBox=\"0 0 192 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M0 384.662V127.338c0-17.818 21.543-26.741 34.142-14.142l128.662 128.662c7.81 7.81 7.81 20.474 0 28.284L34.142 398.804C21.543 411.404 0 402.48 0 384.662z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-toggle-icon-opened\"><svg class=\"elementor-toggle-icon-opened e-font-icon-svg e-fas-caret-up\" viewBox=\"0 0 320 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M288.662 352H31.338c-17.818 0-26.741-21.543-14.142-34.142l128.662-128.662c7.81-7.81 20.474-7.81 28.284 0l128.662 128.662c12.6 12.599 3.676 34.142-14.142 34.142z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<a class=\"elementor-toggle-title\" tabindex=\"0\">Civil status<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t\t\t\t<div id=\"elementor-tab-content-1031\" class=\"elementor-tab-content elementor-clearfix\" data-tab=\"1\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"elementor-tab-title-1031\"><ul><li>Registration of births outside South Africa<\/li><li>Identification documents<\/li><li>Passports and travel documents<\/li><li>Nationality<\/li><li>Modification of marital status<\/li><li>Birth, marriage and death certificates<\/li><\/ul><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-toggle-item\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div id=\"elementor-tab-title-1032\" class=\"elementor-tab-title\" data-tab=\"2\" role=\"button\" aria-controls=\"elementor-tab-content-1032\" aria-expanded=\"false\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-toggle-icon elementor-toggle-icon-left\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-toggle-icon-closed\"><svg class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-caret-right\" viewBox=\"0 0 192 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M0 384.662V127.338c0-17.818 21.543-26.741 34.142-14.142l128.662 128.662c7.81 7.81 7.81 20.474 0 28.284L34.142 398.804C21.543 411.404 0 402.48 0 384.662z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-toggle-icon-opened\"><svg class=\"elementor-toggle-icon-opened e-font-icon-svg e-fas-caret-up\" viewBox=\"0 0 320 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M288.662 352H31.338c-17.818 0-26.741-21.543-14.142-34.142l128.662-128.662c7.81-7.81 20.474-7.81 28.284 0l128.662 128.662c12.6 12.599 3.676 34.142-14.142 34.142z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<a class=\"elementor-toggle-title\" tabindex=\"0\">Immigration<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t\t\t\t<div id=\"elementor-tab-content-1032\" class=\"elementor-tab-content elementor-clearfix\" data-tab=\"2\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"elementor-tab-title-1032\"><ul><li>Visas<\/li><li>Temporary residence permits<\/li><li>Permanent residence permits<\/li><li>Administrative fines<\/li><li>Security deposits<\/li><\/ul><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-toggle-item\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div id=\"elementor-tab-title-1033\" class=\"elementor-tab-title\" data-tab=\"3\" role=\"button\" aria-controls=\"elementor-tab-content-1033\" aria-expanded=\"false\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-toggle-icon elementor-toggle-icon-left\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-toggle-icon-closed\"><svg class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-caret-right\" viewBox=\"0 0 192 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M0 384.662V127.338c0-17.818 21.543-26.741 34.142-14.142l128.662 128.662c7.81 7.81 7.81 20.474 0 28.284L34.142 398.804C21.543 411.404 0 402.48 0 384.662z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-toggle-icon-opened\"><svg class=\"elementor-toggle-icon-opened e-font-icon-svg e-fas-caret-up\" viewBox=\"0 0 320 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M288.662 352H31.338c-17.818 0-26.741-21.543-14.142-34.142l128.662-128.662c7.81-7.81 20.474-7.81 28.284 0l128.662 128.662c12.6 12.599 3.676 34.142-14.142 34.142z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<a class=\"elementor-toggle-title\" tabindex=\"0\">Opening hours<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t\t\t\t<div id=\"elementor-tab-content-1033\" class=\"elementor-tab-content elementor-clearfix\" data-tab=\"3\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"elementor-tab-title-1033\"><p>The consulate is open to the public from\u00a0<strong>MONDAY to THURSDAY\u00a0from 9:00 to 12:00<\/strong>, except public holidays (See list of public holidays observed by the Embassy).<\/p><p>Forms to be returned by mail must be marked\u00a0<strong>&#8220;Attention: Consular Service&#8221;.<\/strong><\/p><p><strong>Visa Service<\/strong><\/p><p>(Open from 9am-12pm)<\/p><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-1b4346fc e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"1b4346fc\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\" data-settings=\"{&quot;ekit_has_onepagescroll_dot&quot;:&quot;yes&quot;}\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-17eced56 elementor-widget elementor-widget-template\" data-id=\"17eced56\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-settings=\"{&quot;ekit_we_effect_on&quot;:&quot;none&quot;}\" data-widget_type=\"template.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-template\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div data-elementor-type=\"page\" data-elementor-id=\"19\" class=\"elementor elementor-19\" data-elementor-post-type=\"elementor_library\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-70a3d247 e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"70a3d247\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\" data-settings=\"{&quot;ekit_has_onepagescroll_dot&quot;:&quot;yes&quot;}\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-33028156 elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"33028156\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-settings=\"{&quot;ekit_we_effect_on&quot;:&quot;none&quot;}\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h2 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">Media Centre<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"aux-parallax-section elementor-element elementor-element-e859ed6 e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"e859ed6\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\" data-settings=\"{&quot;ekit_has_onepagescroll_dot&quot;:&quot;yes&quot;}\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-6fa1cd8 elementor-widget elementor-widget-eael-adv-accordion\" data-id=\"6fa1cd8\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-settings=\"{&quot;ekit_we_effect_on&quot;:&quot;none&quot;}\" data-widget_type=\"eael-adv-accordion.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t            <div class=\"eael-adv-accordion\" id=\"eael-adv-accordion-6fa1cd8\" data-scroll-on-click=\"no\" data-scroll-speed=\"300\" data-accordion-id=\"6fa1cd8\" data-accordion-type=\"accordion\" data-toogle-speed=\"300\">\n            <div class=\"eael-accordion-list\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div id=\"visitors-visas\" class=\"elementor-tab-title eael-accordion-header\" tabindex=\"0\" data-tab=\"1\" aria-controls=\"elementor-tab-content-1171\"><span class=\"eael-advanced-accordion-icon-closed\"><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-accordion-icon e-font-icon-svg e-fas-plus\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M416 208H272V64c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32h-32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v144H32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v32c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h144v144c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h32c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32V304h144c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32v-32c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"eael-advanced-accordion-icon-opened\"><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-accordion-icon e-font-icon-svg e-fas-minus\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M416 208H32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v32c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h384c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32v-32c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"eael-accordion-tab-title\">Visitor\u2019s Visas<\/span><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-toggle e-font-icon-svg e-fas-angle-right\" viewBox=\"0 0 256 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M224.3 273l-136 136c-9.4 9.4-24.6 9.4-33.9 0l-22.6-22.6c-9.4-9.4-9.4-24.6 0-33.9l96.4-96.4-96.4-96.4c-9.4-9.4-9.4-24.6 0-33.9L54.3 103c9.4-9.4 24.6-9.4 33.9 0l136 136c9.5 9.4 9.5 24.6.1 34z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/div><div id=\"elementor-tab-content-1171\" class=\"eael-accordion-content clearfix\" data-tab=\"1\" aria-labelledby=\"visitors-visas\"><p>May be issued to a foreigner who intends to visit South Africa for holiday purposes, business meetings, to attend conferences or sport events, academic sabbaticals, voluntary or charitable activities, research purposes and entertainers.<\/p><p>Visitor\u2019s visas are for international travellers, (citizens of other countries) who have permanent residence outside the Republic of South Africa and who wish to go to the country on a temporary basis for tourism or business purposes.<\/p><p>Please note that Turkish citizens are exempt from visas for a period of thirty (30) days for holiday purposes.\u00a0 Applications from the Republics of Azerbaijan and Uzbekistan are accepted at this Embassy.<\/p><p><strong>IMPORTANT NOTICE:<\/strong>\u00a0CHANGE OF PROCEDURE As of 01 November 2010, all applicants from Uzbekistan applying for a visa or permit must submit their applications in person or utilize a courier service delivery to be made to the Embassy in Ankara , Turkey, all applications must be pre paid for return or a return courier fee must be deposited into the Embassy Home Affairs Account indicated on this web site. All required documents that should accompany the application can also be found on this web site.<\/p><p>A visa indicates that your application has been reviewed at a South African Embassy or consulate and that the consular officer has determined you are eligible to enter the country for a specific purpose.<\/p><p>The visa will allow you to travel to a South African port of entry (airport or land border crossing) where an immigration official will then determine if you will be allowed to enter South Africa and for how long you can stay for that particular visit.<\/p><p>On entry to South Africa, a visa is considered to be a visitor&#8217;s permit. The permit&#8217;s period of validity is calculated from the date of entry into South Africa and will be set out under the heading &#8220;conditions&#8221; on the visa label.<\/p><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div><div class=\"eael-accordion-list\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div id=\"requirements-for-a-visitors-visa-holiday\" class=\"elementor-tab-title eael-accordion-header\" tabindex=\"0\" data-tab=\"2\" aria-controls=\"elementor-tab-content-1172\"><span class=\"eael-advanced-accordion-icon-closed\"><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-accordion-icon e-font-icon-svg e-fas-plus\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M416 208H272V64c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32h-32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v144H32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v32c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h144v144c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h32c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32V304h144c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32v-32c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"eael-advanced-accordion-icon-opened\"><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-accordion-icon e-font-icon-svg e-fas-minus\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M416 208H32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v32c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h384c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32v-32c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"eael-accordion-tab-title\">Requirements for a Visitor's Visa - Holiday<\/span><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-toggle e-font-icon-svg e-fas-angle-right\" viewBox=\"0 0 256 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M224.3 273l-136 136c-9.4 9.4-24.6 9.4-33.9 0l-22.6-22.6c-9.4-9.4-9.4-24.6 0-33.9l96.4-96.4-96.4-96.4c-9.4-9.4-9.4-24.6 0-33.9L54.3 103c9.4-9.4 24.6-9.4 33.9 0l136 136c9.5 9.4 9.5 24.6.1 34z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/div><div id=\"elementor-tab-content-1172\" class=\"eael-accordion-content clearfix\" data-tab=\"2\" aria-labelledby=\"requirements-for-a-visitors-visa-holiday\"><ul><li>\u00a0 Complete application form (BI-84) (www.home-affairs.gov.za\/documents\/bi-84.pdf)<\/li><li>\u00a0 Fee to be deposited into the Embassy\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/www.southafrica.org.tr\/index.php\/consular\/bank-account\"><strong>bank account<\/strong><\/a><\/li><li>\u00a0 2 x passport size photos<\/li><li>\u00a0 Passport valid for no less than 30 days after the expiry of intended visit<\/li><\/ul><ul><li>At least two unused pages when presenting the passport for the purpose of endorsing a visa or permit<\/li><li>\u00a0 A yellow fever vaccination certificate, if applicant travelled or intends travelling from or through a yellow fever endemic area (not applicable for direct transit)<\/li><li>\u00a0 Statement or documentation confirming the purpose and duration of visit in the form of:<ul><li>\u00a0Confirmation of hotel reservation<\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><p><strong>OR<\/strong><\/p><ul><li>\u00a0Letter of invitation from the host in South Africa containing the following:<ul><li>\u00a0Copy of hosts ID document or residence permit or passport<\/li><li>\u00a0Contact details (residential address and telephone number)<\/li><li>\u00a0The host should also accept responsibility for the costs related to the maintenance and removal of the applicant in writing<\/li><\/ul><\/li><li>\u00a0Proof of sufficient funds or subsistence during the period of the visit in the form of:<ul><li>\u00a0Bank statements<\/li><li>\u00a0Available cash<\/li><li>\u00a0Travellers cheques<\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><p><strong>OR<\/strong><\/p><ul><li>\u00a0Undertaking(s) by the host(s) in the Republic in the form of Bank statements or Salary advices<\/li><li>\u00a0Minor (accompanied) \u2013 consent from the guardian or proof of custody<\/li><li>\u00a0Minors (unaccompanied) \u2013 consent from the guardian<\/li><li>\u00a0Return ticket reservation<\/li><\/ul><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div><div class=\"eael-accordion-list\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div id=\"requirements-for-a-visitors-visa-medical-and-study\" class=\"elementor-tab-title eael-accordion-header\" tabindex=\"0\" data-tab=\"3\" aria-controls=\"elementor-tab-content-1173\"><span class=\"eael-advanced-accordion-icon-closed\"><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-accordion-icon e-font-icon-svg e-fas-plus\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M416 208H272V64c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32h-32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v144H32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v32c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h144v144c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h32c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32V304h144c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32v-32c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"eael-advanced-accordion-icon-opened\"><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-accordion-icon e-font-icon-svg e-fas-minus\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M416 208H32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v32c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h384c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32v-32c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"eael-accordion-tab-title\">Requirements for a Visitor's Visa - Medical and Study<\/span><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-toggle e-font-icon-svg e-fas-angle-right\" viewBox=\"0 0 256 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M224.3 273l-136 136c-9.4 9.4-24.6 9.4-33.9 0l-22.6-22.6c-9.4-9.4-9.4-24.6 0-33.9l96.4-96.4-96.4-96.4c-9.4-9.4-9.4-24.6 0-33.9L54.3 103c9.4-9.4 24.6-9.4 33.9 0l136 136c9.5 9.4 9.5 24.6.1 34z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/div><div id=\"elementor-tab-content-1173\" class=\"eael-accordion-content clearfix\" data-tab=\"3\" aria-labelledby=\"requirements-for-a-visitors-visa-medical-and-study\"><p><strong>For a stay less than 3 months<\/strong><\/p><p>May be issued to a foreigner who intends to study or receive medical treatment in South Africa for less than three (3) months.<\/p><ul><li>\u00a0Complete application form (BI-84) (www.home-affairs.gov.za\/documents\/bi-84.pdf)<\/li><li>\u00a0Fee to be deposited into the Embassy\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/www.southafrica.org.tr\/index.php\/consular\/bank-account\"><strong>bank account<\/strong><\/a><\/li><li>\u00a02 x passport size photos<\/li><li>\u00a0Passport valid for no less than 30 days after the expiry of intended visit<\/li><li>\u00a0At least two unused pages when presenting the passport for the purpose of endorsing a visa or permit<\/li><li>\u00a0A yellow fever vaccination certificate, if applicant travelled or intends travelling from or through a yellow fever endemic area (not applicable for direct transit)<\/li><li>\u00a0Statement or documentation confirming the purpose and duration of visit in the form of:<ul><li>\u00a0Confirmation of hotel reservation<\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><p><strong>OR<\/strong><\/p><ul><li>\u00a0Letter of invitation from the host in South Africa containing the following:<ul><li>\u00a0Copy of hosts ID document or residence permit or passport<\/li><li>\u00a0Contact details (residential address and telephone number)<\/li><li>\u00a0The host should also accept responsibility for the costs related to the maintenance and removal of the applicant in writing<\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><ul><li>\u00a0Proof of sufficient funds or subsistence during the period of the visit in the form of:<ul><li>\u00a0Bank statements<\/li><li>\u00a0Available cash<\/li><li>\u00a0Travellers cheques<\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><p><strong>OR<\/strong><\/p><p>\u00a0Undertaking(s) by the host(s) in the Republic in the form of Bank statements or Salary advices<\/p><ul><li>\u00a0Minor dependent children accompanying or joining:<\/li><li>\u00a0Unabridged Birth Certificate<\/li><li>\u00a0If adopted, proof of adoption<\/li><li>\u00a0In the case of a minor subject to guardianship or custody, proof of such guardianship or custody<\/li><li>\u00a0Marriage Certificate<\/li><li>\u00a0Full birth certificate of applicant (if applicable)<\/li><li>\u00a0Proof of relationship (Affidavit in respect of Permanent Spousal relationship and particulars of any children born of such relationship)<\/li><li>\u00a0Return ticket reservation OR a written undertaking by the invitee or learning institute accepting responsibility for the costs related to the deportation of the applicant and his\/her dependent family members, should it become necessary<\/li><\/ul><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div><div class=\"eael-accordion-list\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div id=\"requirements-for-a-visitors-visa-academic-sabbatical-research-voluntary-and-charitable-activities\" class=\"elementor-tab-title eael-accordion-header\" tabindex=\"0\" data-tab=\"4\" aria-controls=\"elementor-tab-content-1174\"><span class=\"eael-advanced-accordion-icon-closed\"><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-accordion-icon e-font-icon-svg e-fas-plus\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M416 208H272V64c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32h-32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v144H32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v32c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h144v144c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h32c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32V304h144c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32v-32c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"eael-advanced-accordion-icon-opened\"><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-accordion-icon e-font-icon-svg e-fas-minus\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M416 208H32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v32c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h384c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32v-32c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"eael-accordion-tab-title\">Requirements for a Visitor's Visa - Academic Sabbatical, Research, Voluntary and Charitable Activities<\/span><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-toggle e-font-icon-svg e-fas-angle-right\" viewBox=\"0 0 256 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M224.3 273l-136 136c-9.4 9.4-24.6 9.4-33.9 0l-22.6-22.6c-9.4-9.4-9.4-24.6 0-33.9l96.4-96.4-96.4-96.4c-9.4-9.4-9.4-24.6 0-33.9L54.3 103c9.4-9.4 24.6-9.4 33.9 0l136 136c9.5 9.4 9.5 24.6.1 34z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/div><div id=\"elementor-tab-content-1174\" class=\"eael-accordion-content clearfix\" data-tab=\"4\" aria-labelledby=\"requirements-for-a-visitors-visa-academic-sabbatical-research-voluntary-and-charitable-activities\"><p><strong>For stays more than 3 months and up to 3 years<\/strong><\/p><ul><li>\u00a0Complete application form (BI-84) (www.home-affairs.gov.za\/documents\/bi-84.pdf)<\/li><li>\u00a0Fee to be deposited into the Embassy\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/www.southafrica.org.tr\/index.php\/consular\/bank-account\"><strong>bank account<\/strong><\/a><\/li><li>\u00a02 x passport size photos<\/li><li>\u00a0Passport valid for no less than 30 days after the expiry of intended visit<\/li><li>\u00a0At least two unused pages when presenting the passport for the purpose of endorsing a visa or permit<\/li><li>\u00a0A yellow fever vaccination certificate, if applicant travelled or intends travelling from or through a yellow fever endemic area (not applicable for direct transit)<\/li><li>\u00a0Statement or documentation confirming the purpose and duration of visit in the form of:<ul><li>\u00a0Confirmation of hotel reservation<\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><p><strong>OR<\/strong><\/p><ul><li>\u00a0Letter of invitation from the host in South Africa containing the following:<ul><li>\u00a0Copy of hosts ID document or residence permit or passport<\/li><li>\u00a0Contact details (residential address and telephone number)<\/li><li>\u00a0The host should also accept responsibility for the costs related to the maintenance and removal of the applicant in writing<\/li><\/ul><\/li><li>Proof of sufficient funds or subsistence during the period of the visit in the form of:<ul><li>\u00a0Bank statements<\/li><li>\u00a0Available cash<\/li><li>\u00a0Travellers cheques<\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><p><strong>OR<\/strong><\/p><p>Undertaking(s) by the host(s) in the Republic in the form of Bank statements or Salary advices<\/p><ul><li>\u00a0Minor dependent children accompanying or joining:<\/li><li>\u00a0An unabridged Birth Certificate<\/li><li>\u00a0If adopted, proof of adoption<\/li><li>\u00a0In the case of a minor subject to guardianship or custody, proof of such guardianship or custody<\/li><li>\u00a0Marriage Certificate (if applicable)<\/li><li>\u00a0Full birth certificate of applicant (if applicable)<\/li><li>\u00a0Proof of relationship (Affidavit in respect of permanent spousal relationship and particulars of any children born of such relationship)<\/li><li>\u00a0Police Clearance Certificate<\/li><li>\u00a0Medical report in respect of each applicant<\/li><li>\u00a0Radiological report respect of each applicant (not applicable for children under the age of 12 years and pregnant women)<\/li><li>\u00a0Valid return air ticket OR\u00a0a written undertaking by the employer accepting responsibility for the costs related to the deportation of the applicant and his\/her dependent family members, should it become necessary<\/li><\/ul><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div><div class=\"eael-accordion-list\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div id=\"requirements-for-a-visitors-visa-entertainment-industry\" class=\"elementor-tab-title eael-accordion-header\" tabindex=\"0\" data-tab=\"5\" aria-controls=\"elementor-tab-content-1175\"><span class=\"eael-advanced-accordion-icon-closed\"><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-accordion-icon e-font-icon-svg e-fas-plus\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M416 208H272V64c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32h-32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v144H32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v32c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h144v144c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h32c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32V304h144c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32v-32c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"eael-advanced-accordion-icon-opened\"><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-accordion-icon e-font-icon-svg e-fas-minus\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M416 208H32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v32c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h384c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32v-32c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"eael-accordion-tab-title\">Requirements for a Visitor's Visa - Entertainment Industry:<\/span><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-toggle e-font-icon-svg e-fas-angle-right\" viewBox=\"0 0 256 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M224.3 273l-136 136c-9.4 9.4-24.6 9.4-33.9 0l-22.6-22.6c-9.4-9.4-9.4-24.6 0-33.9l96.4-96.4-96.4-96.4c-9.4-9.4-9.4-24.6 0-33.9L54.3 103c9.4-9.4 24.6-9.4 33.9 0l136 136c9.5 9.4 9.5 24.6.1 34z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/div><div id=\"elementor-tab-content-1175\" class=\"eael-accordion-content clearfix\" data-tab=\"5\" aria-labelledby=\"requirements-for-a-visitors-visa-entertainment-industry\"><p>Foreigners in the entertainment industry, who wish to work in the Republic of South Africa and do not qualify for a work permit, will be regulated on visitor\u2019s permits in terms of section 11(2) of the Immigration Act no 13 of 2002 as amended.<\/p><ul><li>\u00a0Complete application form (BI-84) (www.home-affairs.gov.za\/documents\/bi-84.pdf)<\/li><li>\u00a0Fee to be deposited into the Embassy\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/www.southafrica.org.tr\/index.php\/consular\/bank-account\"><strong>bank account<\/strong><\/a><\/li><li>\u00a02 x passport size photos<\/li><li>\u00a0Passport valid for no less than 30 days after the expiry of intended visit<\/li><li>\u00a0At least two unused pages when presenting the passport for the purpose of endorsing a visa or permit<\/li><li>\u00a0A yellow fever vaccination certificate, if applicant travelled or intends travelling from or through a yellow fever endemic area (not applicable for direct transit)<\/li><li>\u00a0Statement or documentation confirming the purpose and duration of the visit<\/li><li>\u00a0Proof of sufficient funds or subsistence during the period of the visit in the form of:<ul><li>\u00a0Bank statements<\/li><li>\u00a0Available cash<\/li><li>\u00a0Travellers cheques<\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><p><strong>OR<\/strong><\/p><p>\u00a0Undertaking(s) by the host(s) in the Republic in the form of Bank statements or Salary advices<\/p><ul><li>\u00a0Minor dependent children accompanying or joining:<ul><li>\u00a0If adopted, proof of adoption<\/li><li>\u00a0In the case of minor subject to guardianship or custody, proof of such guardianship and custody<\/li><li>\u00a0In the case of unaccompanied minor \u2013 consent from the guardian<\/li><\/ul><\/li><li>\u00a0Return air ticket<\/li><\/ul><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div><div class=\"eael-accordion-list\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div id=\"requirements-for-a-visitors-visa-accompanying-spouse\" class=\"elementor-tab-title eael-accordion-header\" tabindex=\"0\" data-tab=\"6\" aria-controls=\"elementor-tab-content-1176\"><span class=\"eael-advanced-accordion-icon-closed\"><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-accordion-icon e-font-icon-svg e-fas-plus\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M416 208H272V64c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32h-32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v144H32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v32c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h144v144c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h32c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32V304h144c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32v-32c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"eael-advanced-accordion-icon-opened\"><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-accordion-icon e-font-icon-svg e-fas-minus\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M416 208H32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v32c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h384c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32v-32c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"eael-accordion-tab-title\">Requirements for a Visitor's Visa - Accompanying Spouse:<\/span><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-toggle e-font-icon-svg e-fas-angle-right\" viewBox=\"0 0 256 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M224.3 273l-136 136c-9.4 9.4-24.6 9.4-33.9 0l-22.6-22.6c-9.4-9.4-9.4-24.6 0-33.9l96.4-96.4-96.4-96.4c-9.4-9.4-9.4-24.6 0-33.9L54.3 103c9.4-9.4 24.6-9.4 33.9 0l136 136c9.5 9.4 9.5 24.6.1 34z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/div><div id=\"elementor-tab-content-1176\" class=\"eael-accordion-content clearfix\" data-tab=\"6\" aria-labelledby=\"requirements-for-a-visitors-visa-accompanying-spouse\"><p>May be issued to a foreigner who will accompany his or her spouse who has been issued with a valid Temporary Residence Permit<\/p><ul><li>\u00a0Complete application form (BI-84) (www.home-affairs.gov.za\/documents\/bi-84.pdf)<\/li><li>\u00a0Fee to be deposited into the Embassy\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/www.southafrica.org.tr\/index.php\/consular\/bank-account\"><strong>bank account<\/strong><\/a><\/li><li>\u00a02 x passport size photos<\/li><li>\u00a0Passport valid for no less than 30 days after the expiry of intended visit<\/li><li>\u00a0At least two unused pages when presenting the passport for the purpose of endorsing a visa or permit<\/li><li>\u00a0A yellow fever vaccination certificate, if applicant travelled or intends travelling from or through a yellow fever endemic area (not applicable for direct transit)<\/li><li>\u00a0Statement or documentation confirming the purpose and duration of visit in the form of:<ul><li>\u00a0Confirmation of hotel reservation<\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><p><strong>OR<\/strong><\/p><ul><li>\u00a0Letter of invitation from the host in South Africa containing the following:<ul><li>\u00a0Copy of hosts ID document or residence permit or passport<\/li><li>\u00a0Contact details (residential address and telephone number)<\/li><li>\u00a0The host should also accept responsibility for the costs related to the maintenance and removal of the applicant in writing<\/li><\/ul><\/li><li>\u00a0Proof of sufficient funds or subsistence during the period of the visit in the form of:<ul><li>\u00a0Bank statements<\/li><li>\u00a0Available cash<\/li><li>\u00a0Travellers cheques<\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><p><strong>OR<\/strong><\/p><p>Undertaking(s) by the host(s) in the Republic in the form of Bank statements or Salary advices<\/p><ul><li>\u00a0Medical report in respect of each applicant<\/li><li>\u00a0Radiological report in respect of each applicant (not applicable for children under the age of 12 years or pregnant women)<\/li><li>\u00a0Police Clearance Certificate<\/li><li>\u00a0Marriage certificate (if applicable)<\/li><li>\u00a0Minor (accompanied) \u2013 in the case of a minor subject to guardianship or custody, proof of such guardianship or custody<\/li><li>\u00a0Minors (unaccompanied) \u2013 consent from the guardian<\/li><li>\u00a0Return air ticket<\/li><\/ul><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div><div class=\"eael-accordion-list\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div id=\"requirements-for-a-visitors-visa-fiance\" class=\"elementor-tab-title eael-accordion-header\" tabindex=\"0\" data-tab=\"7\" aria-controls=\"elementor-tab-content-1177\"><span class=\"eael-advanced-accordion-icon-closed\"><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-accordion-icon e-font-icon-svg e-fas-plus\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M416 208H272V64c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32h-32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v144H32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v32c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h144v144c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h32c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32V304h144c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32v-32c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"eael-advanced-accordion-icon-opened\"><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-accordion-icon e-font-icon-svg e-fas-minus\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M416 208H32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v32c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h384c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32v-32c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"eael-accordion-tab-title\">Requirements for a Visitor's Visa - Fianc\u00e9e<\/span><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-toggle e-font-icon-svg e-fas-angle-right\" viewBox=\"0 0 256 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M224.3 273l-136 136c-9.4 9.4-24.6 9.4-33.9 0l-22.6-22.6c-9.4-9.4-9.4-24.6 0-33.9l96.4-96.4-96.4-96.4c-9.4-9.4-9.4-24.6 0-33.9L54.3 103c9.4-9.4 24.6-9.4 33.9 0l136 136c9.5 9.4 9.5 24.6.1 34z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/div><div id=\"elementor-tab-content-1177\" class=\"eael-accordion-content clearfix\" data-tab=\"7\" aria-labelledby=\"requirements-for-a-visitors-visa-fiance\"><p>May be issued to a foreigner who intends to marry a South African citizen or resident in South Africa<\/p><ul><li>\u00a0Complete application form (BI-84) (www.home-affairs.gov.za\/documents\/bi-84.pdf)<\/li><li>\u00a0Fee to be deposited into the Embassy\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/www.southafrica.org.tr\/index.php\/consular\/bank-account\"><strong>bank account<\/strong><\/a><\/li><li>\u00a02 x passport size photos<\/li><li>\u00a0Passport valid for no less than 30 days after the expiry of intended visit<\/li><\/ul><ul><li>At least two unused pages when presenting the passport for the purpose of endorsing a visa or permit<\/li><li>\u00a0A yellow fever vaccination certificate, if applicant travelled or intends travelling from or through a yellow fever endemic area (not applicable for direct transit)<\/li><li>\u00a0Statement or documentation confirming the purpose and duration of visit in the form of:<ul><li>\u00a0Confirmation of hotel reservation<\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><p><strong>OR<\/strong><\/p><ul><li>\u00a0Letter of invitation from the host in South Africa containing the following:<ul><li>\u00a0Copy of hosts ID document or residence permit or passport<\/li><li>\u00a0Contact details (residential address and telephone number)<\/li><\/ul><\/li><li>\u00a0The host should also accept responsibility for the costs related to the maintenance and removal of the applicant in writing<\/li><li>\u00a0Proof of sufficient funds or subsistence during the period of the visit in the form of:<ul><li>\u00a0Bank statements<\/li><li>\u00a0Available cash<\/li><li>\u00a0Travellers cheques<\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><p><strong>OR<\/strong><\/p><p>Undertaking(s) by the host(s) in the Republic in the form of Bank statements or Salary advices<\/p><ul><li>\u00a0Minor (accompanied) \u2013 consent from the guardian<\/li><li>\u00a0Return ticket reservation<\/li><\/ul><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div><\/div>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"aux-parallax-section elementor-element elementor-element-fad7170 e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"fad7170\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\" data-settings=\"{&quot;ekit_has_onepagescroll_dot&quot;:&quot;yes&quot;}\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-5fa7a27 elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"5fa7a27\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-settings=\"{&quot;ekit_we_effect_on&quot;:&quot;none&quot;}\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h2 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">Bank Account <\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"aux-parallax-section elementor-element elementor-element-46d95f2 e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"46d95f2\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\" data-settings=\"{&quot;ekit_has_onepagescroll_dot&quot;:&quot;yes&quot;}\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-e76597f elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"e76597f\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-settings=\"{&quot;ekit_we_effect_on&quot;:&quot;none&quot;}\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h2 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">Permits<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-e2b6dce elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"e2b6dce\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-settings=\"{&quot;ekit_we_effect_on&quot;:&quot;none&quot;}\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p><strong>IMPORTANT NOTICES RE TEMPORARY RESIDENCE PERMITS:<\/strong><\/p><p><strong>ALL FOREIGN DOCUMENTS MUST BE TRANSLATED BY A REGISTERED TRANSLATOR.<br \/>THE EMBASSY RESERVES THE RIGHT TO REQUEST MORE DOCUMENTATION.<\/strong><\/p><p><strong>FOREIGNERS WHO WISH TO VISIT SOUTH AFRICA MUST HAVE A PASSPORT VALID FOR 30 MORE DAYS AFTER THE INTENDED RETURN DATE FROM SOUTH AFRICA.\u00a0<br \/>THE PASSPORT MUST CONTAIN AT LEAST TWO UNUSED VISA PAGES FOR ENDORSEMENT PURPOSES.<\/strong><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-2717061 elementor-widget elementor-widget-eael-adv-accordion\" data-id=\"2717061\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-settings=\"{&quot;ekit_we_effect_on&quot;:&quot;none&quot;}\" data-widget_type=\"eael-adv-accordion.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t            <div class=\"eael-adv-accordion\" id=\"eael-adv-accordion-2717061\" data-scroll-on-click=\"no\" data-scroll-speed=\"300\" data-accordion-id=\"2717061\" data-accordion-type=\"accordion\" data-toogle-speed=\"300\">\n            <div class=\"eael-accordion-list\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div id=\"work-permit\" class=\"elementor-tab-title eael-accordion-header\" tabindex=\"0\" data-tab=\"1\" aria-controls=\"elementor-tab-content-4091\"><span class=\"eael-advanced-accordion-icon-closed\"><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-accordion-icon e-font-icon-svg e-fas-plus\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M416 208H272V64c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32h-32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v144H32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v32c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h144v144c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h32c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32V304h144c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32v-32c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"eael-advanced-accordion-icon-opened\"><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-accordion-icon e-font-icon-svg e-fas-minus\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M416 208H32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v32c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h384c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32v-32c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"eael-accordion-tab-title\">Work Permit<\/span><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-toggle e-font-icon-svg e-fas-angle-right\" viewBox=\"0 0 256 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M224.3 273l-136 136c-9.4 9.4-24.6 9.4-33.9 0l-22.6-22.6c-9.4-9.4-9.4-24.6 0-33.9l96.4-96.4-96.4-96.4c-9.4-9.4-9.4-24.6 0-33.9L54.3 103c9.4-9.4 24.6-9.4 33.9 0l136 136c9.5 9.4 9.5 24.6.1 34z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/div><div id=\"elementor-tab-content-4091\" class=\"eael-accordion-content clearfix\" data-tab=\"1\" aria-labelledby=\"work-permit\"><p>May be issued to a foreigner contemplating to work in South Africa and not falling within a specific professional category (see Quota Permit).<\/p><ul><li>\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Complete application form (BI-1738) (www.home-affairs.gov.za\/documents\/bi1738.pdf)<\/li><li>\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Fee to be deposited into the Embassy\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/www.southafrica.org.tr\/index.php\/consular\/bank-account\">bank account<\/a><\/li><li>\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 2 x passport size photos<\/li><li>\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Passport valid for no less than 30 days after the expiry of intended visit<\/li><li>\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 At least two unused pages when presenting the passport for the purpose of endorsing a visa or permit<\/li><li>\u00a0\u00a0 Proof of valid return air ticket OR refundable deposit (\u20ac 800.00) OR a written undertaking by the employer accepting responsibility for the costs related to the deportation of the applicant and his or her dependent family members, should it become necessary<\/li><li>\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 A yellow fever vaccination certificate, if applicant travelled or intends travelling from or through a yellow fever endemic area (not applicable for direct transit)<\/li><li>\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Medical report in respect of each applicant<\/li><li>\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Radiological report in respect of each applicant (not applicable for children under the age of 12 years or pregnant women)<\/li><li>\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Police Clearance Certificate<\/li><li>\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Marriage certificate (if applicable)<\/li><li>\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Proof of relationship (affidavit in respect of permanent spousal relationship and particulars of any children born of such relationship) \u2013 if applicable<\/li><li>\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Minor dependent children accompanying or joining:<ul><li>\u00a0 An unabridged birth certificate<\/li><li>\u00a0 If adopted, proof of adoption<\/li><li>\u00a0 In the case of minor subject to guardianship or custody, proof of such guardianship and custody<\/li><li>\u00a0 In the case of unaccompanied minor \u2013 consent from the guardian<\/li><\/ul><\/li><li>\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Contract of employment stipulating the conditions of employment and signed by employer and applicant.<\/li><li>\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Proof of qualifications evaluated by the South African Qualifications Authority and translated by a sworn translator into one of the official languages of the Republic.<\/li><li>\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Proof of experience and skills in line with the job offer.<\/li><li>\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 A letter from the employer motivating why a citizen or permanent resident could not fill the position, as well as proof of efforts made to obtain the services of a citizen or resident.<\/li><li>\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Particulars of unsuccessful candidates<\/li><li>\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Proof of original publication of an advertisement in the national printed media which\u00a0 shall:<ul><li>\u00a0 reflect the full particulars of the relevant newspaper or magazine, as well as the dates on which the advertisement was published<\/li><li>\u00a0 Stipulate the minimum qualifications and experience required to fill the position<\/li><li>\u00a0 Clearly define the position offered and the duties to be preformed<\/li><li>\u00a0 Measure at least 60 millimetres by 60 millimetres<\/li><li>\u00a0 state the closing date for the application\u00a0 in the advertisement<\/li><li>\u00a0\u00a0 not be older than (3) three months at the time of application, which period should be calculated from the closing date of application<\/li><\/ul><\/li><li>\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 An undertaking by the employer to inform the Director General: Home Affairs should the applicant not comply with the Act or leave the employer,<\/li><li>\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 If required by Law, proof of registration with the relevant professional body, council or board,<\/li><li>\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Full particulars of the employer, including if applicable, proof of registration of business with the registrar of companies,<\/li><li>\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 A certificate from the Department of Labour or an extract from the database of a salary benchmarking organization stipulating the average salary earned by the employees accompanying similar positions in the Republic.<\/li><\/ul><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div><div class=\"eael-accordion-list\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div id=\"exceptional-skills-work-permit\" class=\"elementor-tab-title eael-accordion-header\" tabindex=\"0\" data-tab=\"2\" aria-controls=\"elementor-tab-content-4092\"><span class=\"eael-advanced-accordion-icon-closed\"><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-accordion-icon e-font-icon-svg e-fas-plus\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M416 208H272V64c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32h-32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v144H32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v32c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h144v144c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h32c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32V304h144c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32v-32c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"eael-advanced-accordion-icon-opened\"><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-accordion-icon e-font-icon-svg e-fas-minus\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M416 208H32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v32c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h384c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32v-32c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"eael-accordion-tab-title\">Exceptional Skills Work Permit<\/span><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-toggle e-font-icon-svg e-fas-angle-right\" viewBox=\"0 0 256 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M224.3 273l-136 136c-9.4 9.4-24.6 9.4-33.9 0l-22.6-22.6c-9.4-9.4-9.4-24.6 0-33.9l96.4-96.4-96.4-96.4c-9.4-9.4-9.4-24.6 0-33.9L54.3 103c9.4-9.4 24.6-9.4 33.9 0l136 136c9.5 9.4 9.5 24.6.1 34z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/div><div id=\"elementor-tab-content-4092\" class=\"eael-accordion-content clearfix\" data-tab=\"2\" aria-labelledby=\"exceptional-skills-work-permit\"><p>May be issued to a foreigner of exceptional skills or qualifications<\/p><ul><li>\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Complete application form (BI-1738) (www.home-affairs.gov.za\/documents\/bi1738.pdf)<\/li><li>\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Fee to be deposited into the Embassy\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/www.southafrica.org.tr\/index.php\/consular\/bank-account\">bank account<\/a><\/li><li>\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 2 x passport size photos<\/li><li>\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Passport valid for no less than 30 days after the expiry of intended visit<\/li><li>\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 At least two unused pages when presenting the passport for the purpose of endorsing a visa or permit<\/li><li>\u00a0\u00a0 Proof of valid return air ticker OR refundable deposit (\u20ac 800.00) OR a written undertaking by the employer accepting responsibility for the costs related to the deportation of the applicant and his or her dependent family members, should it become necessary<\/li><li>\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 A yellow fever vaccination certificate, if applicant travelled or intends travelling from or through a yellow fever endemic area (not applicable for direct transit)<\/li><li>\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Medical report in respect of each applicant<\/li><li>\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Radiological report in respect of each applicant (not applicable for children under the age of 12 years or pregnant women)<\/li><li>\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Police Clearance Certificate<\/li><li>\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Marriage certificate (if applicable)<\/li><li>\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Proof of relationship (affidavit in respect of permanent spousal relationship and particulars of any children born of such relationship) \u2013 if applicable<\/li><li>\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Minor dependent children accompanying or joining:<ul><li>\u00a0An unabridged birth certificate<\/li><li>\u00a0If adopted, proof of adoption<\/li><li>\u00a0In the case of minor subject to guardianship or custody, proof of such guardianship and custody<\/li><li>\u00a0In the case of unaccompanied minor \u2013 consent from the guardian<\/li><\/ul><\/li><li>\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 A letter from a foreign or South African organ of state or from an established South African academic, cultural or business body, confirming the exceptional skills or qualifications of the applicant<\/li><li>\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Testimonials from previous employers<\/li><li>\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Comprehensive curriculum vitae<\/li><li>\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Proof to substantiate exceptional skills or qualifications (publications and testimonials)<\/li><li>\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 A letter of motivation indicating that the exceptional skill possessed by the applicant will be to the benefit of the SA environment in which he or she intends to operate<\/li><li>\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 If already in possession of a job offer, completion of the relevant sections of the application form by the prospective employer<\/li><\/ul><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div><div class=\"eael-accordion-list\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div id=\"intra-company-work-permit\" class=\"elementor-tab-title eael-accordion-header\" tabindex=\"0\" data-tab=\"3\" aria-controls=\"elementor-tab-content-4093\"><span class=\"eael-advanced-accordion-icon-closed\"><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-accordion-icon e-font-icon-svg e-fas-plus\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M416 208H272V64c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32h-32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v144H32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v32c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h144v144c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h32c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32V304h144c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32v-32c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"eael-advanced-accordion-icon-opened\"><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-accordion-icon e-font-icon-svg e-fas-minus\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M416 208H32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v32c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h384c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32v-32c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"eael-accordion-tab-title\">Intra Company Work Permit<\/span><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-toggle e-font-icon-svg e-fas-angle-right\" viewBox=\"0 0 256 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M224.3 273l-136 136c-9.4 9.4-24.6 9.4-33.9 0l-22.6-22.6c-9.4-9.4-9.4-24.6 0-33.9l96.4-96.4-96.4-96.4c-9.4-9.4-9.4-24.6 0-33.9L54.3 103c9.4-9.4 24.6-9.4 33.9 0l136 136c9.5 9.4 9.5 24.6.1 34z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/div><div id=\"elementor-tab-content-4093\" class=\"eael-accordion-content clearfix\" data-tab=\"3\" aria-labelledby=\"intra-company-work-permit\"><p><strong>Intra Company Work Permit<\/strong><\/p><p>May be issued to a foreigner who is employed abroad by a business operating in South Africa in a branch, subsidiary or affiliate relationship and who by reason or his or her employment is required to conduct work in south Africa.<\/p><ul><li>\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Complete application form (BI-1738) (www.home-affairs.gov.za\/documents\/bi1738.pdf)<\/li><li>\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Fee to be deposited into the Embassy\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/www.southafrica.org.tr\/index.php\/consular\/bank-account\">bank account<\/a><\/li><li>\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 2 x passport size photos<\/li><li>\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Passport valid for no less than 30 days after the expiry of intended visit<\/li><li>\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 At least two unused pages when presenting the passport for the purpose of endorsing a visa or permit<\/li><li>\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Proof of valid return air ticker OR refundable deposit (\u20ac 800.00) OR a written undertaking by the employer accepting responsibility for the costs related to the deportation of the applicant and his or her dependent family members, should it become necessary<\/li><li>\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 A yellow fever vaccination certificate, if applicant travelled or intends travelling from or through a yellow fever endemic area (not applicable for direct transit)<\/li><li>\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Medical report in respect of each applicant<\/li><li>\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Radiological report in respect of each applicant (not applicable for children under the age of 12 years or pregnant women)<\/li><li>\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Police Clearance Certificate<\/li><li>\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Marriage certificate (if applicable)<\/li><li>\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Proof of relationship (affidavit in respect of permanent spousal relationship and particulars of any children born of such relationship) \u2013 if applicable<\/li><li>\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Minor dependent children accompanying or joining:<ul><li>\u00a0An unabridged birth certificate<\/li><li>\u00a0In the case of minor subject to guardianship or custody, proof of such guardianship and custody<\/li><li>\u00a0In the case of unaccompanied minor \u2013 consent from the guardian<\/li><\/ul><\/li><li>\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Contract of employment with the company abroad<\/li><li>\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Letter from the company abroad confirming that the foreigner shall be transferred to a branch of that company or an affiliated company situation ion South Africa<\/li><li>\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Letter from the South African company confirming:<ul><li>\u00a0The transfer of the foreigner contemplated in contract<\/li><li>\u00a0Specifying the occupation and capacity in which that the foreigner shall be employed<\/li><li>\u00a0Specifying the period of employment (not exceeding 24 months)<\/li><\/ul><\/li><li>\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Undertaking from the relevant employer in South Africa that he shall ensure that<ul><li>\u00a0 The passport of the foreigner is valid at all times<\/li><li>\u00a0 The foreigner is employed in the specific position for which the permit has been issued<\/li><li>\u00a0\u00a0 The foreigner departs from the Republic on completion of his\/her tour of duty<\/li><\/ul><\/li><li>\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Return air ticket<\/li><\/ul><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div><div class=\"eael-accordion-list\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div id=\"quota-work-permit\" class=\"elementor-tab-title eael-accordion-header\" tabindex=\"0\" data-tab=\"4\" aria-controls=\"elementor-tab-content-4094\"><span class=\"eael-advanced-accordion-icon-closed\"><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-accordion-icon e-font-icon-svg e-fas-plus\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M416 208H272V64c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32h-32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v144H32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v32c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h144v144c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h32c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32V304h144c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32v-32c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"eael-advanced-accordion-icon-opened\"><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-accordion-icon e-font-icon-svg e-fas-minus\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M416 208H32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v32c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h384c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32v-32c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"eael-accordion-tab-title\">Quota Work Permit<\/span><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-toggle e-font-icon-svg e-fas-angle-right\" viewBox=\"0 0 256 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M224.3 273l-136 136c-9.4 9.4-24.6 9.4-33.9 0l-22.6-22.6c-9.4-9.4-9.4-24.6 0-33.9l96.4-96.4-96.4-96.4c-9.4-9.4-9.4-24.6 0-33.9L54.3 103c9.4-9.4 24.6-9.4 33.9 0l136 136c9.5 9.4 9.5 24.6.1 34z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/div><div id=\"elementor-tab-content-4094\" class=\"eael-accordion-content clearfix\" data-tab=\"4\" aria-labelledby=\"quota-work-permit\"><p>May be issued to a skilled foreigner if the foreigner falls within a specific professional category or specific occupational class determined by the Minister of Home Affairs.<\/p><ul><li>\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Complete application form (BI-1738) (www.home-affairs.gov.za\/documents\/bi1738.pdf)<\/li><li>\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Fee to be deposited into the Embassy\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/www.southafrica.org.tr\/index.php\/consular\/bank-account\">bank account<\/a>\u00a0(Spouses and children of citizens or Permanent Residents are exempted from fees)<\/li><li>\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 2 x passport size photos<\/li><li>\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Passport valid for no less than 30 days after the expiry of intended visit<\/li><li>\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 At least two unused pages when presenting the passport for the purpose of endorsing a visa or permit<\/li><li>\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 A yellow fever vaccination certificate, if applicant travelled or intends travelling from or through a yellow fever endemic area (not applicable for direct transit)<\/li><li>\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Police Clearance Certificate from all the countries he \/ she has lived in for (12) Twelve months or longer since the age of (18) years<\/li><li>\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Medical report in respect of each applicant<\/li><li>\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Marriage certificate (if applicable)<\/li><li>\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Proof of relationship (affidavit in respect of permanent spousal relationship and particulars of any children born of such relationship) \u2013 if applicable<\/li><li>\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Minor dependent children accompanying or joining:<ul><li>\u00a0An unabridged birth certificate<\/li><li>\u00a0If adopted, proof of adoption<\/li><li>\u00a0In the case of minor subject to guardianship or custody, proof of such guardianship and custody<\/li><li>\u00a0In the case of unaccompanied minor \u2013 consent from the guardian<\/li><\/ul><\/li><li>\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Proof of financial means in the form of :<ul><li>\u00a0A bank statement<\/li><li>\u00a0Cash available<\/li><li>\u00a0Travellers cheques to cover expenses until an income is produce<\/li><\/ul><\/li><li>\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 A refundable deposit equivalent to a single return air ticket to the applicant\u2019s country of origin.<\/li><li>\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 An evaluation certificate from the South African Qualifications Authority confirming the necessary qualifications from the relevant professional category or occupational class.<\/li><li>\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Confirmation of the required experience for the relevant category or class<\/li><li>\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Proof of Registration if required by Law<\/li><li>\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Ticket reservations<\/li><\/ul><p><strong>IMPORTANT NOTICE RE QUOTA WORK PERMITS:<\/strong><\/p><p><strong>ALL APPLICANTS WHO HAVE RECEIVED A QUOTA PERMIT FROM A SOUTH AFRICAN MISSION OR A HIGH COMMISSION IN THEIR HOME COUNTRIES MUST REPORT TO A HOME AFFAIRS OFFICE IN SOUTH AFRICA WITHIN (90) NINETY DAYS OF ADMISSION TO CONFIRM SECURED EMPLOYMENT WITHIN THE CATOGORY OR CLASS CONTEMPLATED AND WITHIN EVERY (12) MONTHS THERAFTER, TO CONFIRM THAT EMPLOYMENT WITHIN THE CATOGORY OR CLASS IS ADHEARED TO.<\/strong><\/p><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div><div class=\"eael-accordion-list\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div id=\"exchange-permit\" class=\"elementor-tab-title eael-accordion-header\" tabindex=\"0\" data-tab=\"5\" aria-controls=\"elementor-tab-content-4095\"><span class=\"eael-advanced-accordion-icon-closed\"><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-accordion-icon e-font-icon-svg e-fas-plus\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M416 208H272V64c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32h-32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v144H32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v32c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h144v144c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h32c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32V304h144c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32v-32c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"eael-advanced-accordion-icon-opened\"><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-accordion-icon e-font-icon-svg e-fas-minus\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M416 208H32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v32c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h384c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32v-32c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"eael-accordion-tab-title\">Exchange Permit<\/span><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-toggle e-font-icon-svg e-fas-angle-right\" viewBox=\"0 0 256 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M224.3 273l-136 136c-9.4 9.4-24.6 9.4-33.9 0l-22.6-22.6c-9.4-9.4-9.4-24.6 0-33.9l96.4-96.4-96.4-96.4c-9.4-9.4-9.4-24.6 0-33.9L54.3 103c9.4-9.4 24.6-9.4 33.9 0l136 136c9.5 9.4 9.5 24.6.1 34z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/div><div id=\"elementor-tab-content-4095\" class=\"eael-accordion-content clearfix\" data-tab=\"5\" aria-labelledby=\"exchange-permit\"><p>May be issued to a foreigner participating in a programme of cultural, economic or social exchange, organized or administered by an organ of State or a public higher education institution, in conjunction with an organ or a foreign state<\/p><ul><li>\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Complete application form (BI-1738) (www.home-affairs.gov.za\/documents\/bi1738.pdf)<\/li><li>\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Fee to be deposited into the Embassy\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/www.southafrica.org.tr\/index.php\/component\/content\/?id=92&amp;Itemid=96\"><strong>bank account<\/strong><\/a><\/li><li>\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 2 x passport size photos<\/li><li>\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Passport valid for no less than 30 days after the expiry of intended visit<\/li><li>\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 At least two unused pages when presenting the passport for the purpose of endorsing a visa or permit<\/li><li>\u00a0\u00a0 Proof of valid return air ticker OR refundable deposit (\u20ac 800.00) OR a written undertaking by the employer accepting responsibility for the costs related to the deportation of the applicant and his or her dependent family members, should it become necessary<\/li><li>\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 A yellow fever vaccination certificate, if applicant travelled or intends travelling from or through a yellow fever endemic area (not applicable for direct transit)<\/li><\/ul><p><strong>In the case of a learning institution in the Republic in conjunction with a foreign learning institution or an organ of a foreign state organizing or administering the programme, the following letters must be submitted:<\/strong><\/p><ul><li>\u00a0\u00a0 The Department of Education or a learning institution in the Republic confirming that it is responsible for organizing or administering the existence of the programme, outlining the activities and duration thereof and accepting full responsibility for the student while he or she is in the Republic;<\/li><li>\u00a0\u00a0 The organ or learning institution of the foreign state confirming the particulars of the student, the students enrolment with a learning institution abroad, and the date on which the study shall commence, and<\/li><\/ul><p><strong>In the case of an organ of state in conjunction with a foreign learning institution or an organ of foreign state organizing or administering the programme must submit the following letters:<\/strong><\/p><ul><li>\u00a0The organ of state confirming the existence of the exchange programme;<\/li><li>\u00a0The foreign learning institution confirming the enrolment of the applicant or a letter from the organ of the foreign state conducting the programme, as the case may be.<\/li><li>\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Medical report in respect of each applicant<\/li><li>\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Radiological report in respect of each applicant (not applicable for children under the age of 12 years or pregnant women)<\/li><li>\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Police Clearance Certificate<\/li><li>\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Marriage certificate (if applicable)<\/li><li>\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Proof of relationship (affidavit in respect of permanent spousal relationship and particulars of any children born of such relationship) \u2013 if applicable<\/li><li>\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Minor dependent children accompanying or joining:<ul><li>\u00a0An unabridged birth certificate<\/li><li>\u00a0If adopted, proof of adoption<\/li><li>\u00a0In the case of minor subject to guardianship or custody, proof of such guardianship and custody<\/li><li>\u00a0In the case of unaccompanied minor \u2013 consent from the guardian<\/li><\/ul><\/li><li>\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Full birth certificate of applicant (if applicable)<\/li><li>\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 A refundable deposit payable after the evaluation of the application to the amount of \u20ac 800.00<\/li><li>\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Return ticket reservation<\/li><li>\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 A full undertaking by the organ of state or learning institute for the applicant and his\/her dependent family members that he\/she will be solely responsible for the maintenance and the return of each family member<\/li><\/ul><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div><div class=\"eael-accordion-list\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div id=\"medical-treatment-permit\" class=\"elementor-tab-title eael-accordion-header\" tabindex=\"0\" data-tab=\"6\" aria-controls=\"elementor-tab-content-4096\"><span class=\"eael-advanced-accordion-icon-closed\"><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-accordion-icon e-font-icon-svg e-fas-plus\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M416 208H272V64c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32h-32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v144H32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v32c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h144v144c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h32c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32V304h144c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32v-32c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"eael-advanced-accordion-icon-opened\"><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-accordion-icon e-font-icon-svg e-fas-minus\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M416 208H32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v32c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h384c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32v-32c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"eael-accordion-tab-title\">Medical Treatment Permit<\/span><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-toggle e-font-icon-svg e-fas-angle-right\" viewBox=\"0 0 256 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M224.3 273l-136 136c-9.4 9.4-24.6 9.4-33.9 0l-22.6-22.6c-9.4-9.4-9.4-24.6 0-33.9l96.4-96.4-96.4-96.4c-9.4-9.4-9.4-24.6 0-33.9L54.3 103c9.4-9.4 24.6-9.4 33.9 0l136 136c9.5 9.4 9.5 24.6.1 34z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/div><div id=\"elementor-tab-content-4096\" class=\"eael-accordion-content clearfix\" data-tab=\"6\" aria-labelledby=\"medical-treatment-permit\"><p>May be issued to a foreigner intending to receive medical treatment in South Africa for longer than three (3) months<\/p><ul><li>\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Complete application form (BI-1738) (www.home-affairs.gov.za\/documents\/bi1738.pdf)<\/li><li>\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Fee to be deposited into the Embassy bank account<\/li><li>\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 2 x passport size photos<\/li><li>\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Passport valid for no less than 30 days after the expiry of intended visit<\/li><li>\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 At least two unused pages when presenting the passport for the purpose of endorsing a visa or permit<\/li><li>\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Proof of valid return air ticker OR refundable deposit (\u20ac 800.00) OR a written undertaking by the employer accepting responsibility for the costs related to the deportation of the applicant and his or her dependent family members, should it become necessary<\/li><li>\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 A yellow fever vaccination certificate, if applicant travelled or intends travelling from or through a yellow fever endemic area (not applicable for direct transit)<\/li><li>\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 A letter from the applicant\u2019s medical practitioner or medical institution indicating the reasons for and the period and details of the treatment in South Africa<\/li><li>\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Details of the person or institution responsible for the medical expenses and hospital fees.\u00a0 Should the medical scheme or employer of the applicant not be liable for the expenses incurred, proof of financial means or medical cover must be submitted.<\/li><li>\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Particulars of person accompanying the applicant (if applicable)<\/li><li>\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Proof of sufficient financial means<\/li><li>\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Return air ticket OR refundable deposit to the amount of \u20ac 800.00<\/li><\/ul><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div><div class=\"eael-accordion-list\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div id=\"relatives-permit\" class=\"elementor-tab-title eael-accordion-header\" tabindex=\"0\" data-tab=\"7\" aria-controls=\"elementor-tab-content-4097\"><span class=\"eael-advanced-accordion-icon-closed\"><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-accordion-icon e-font-icon-svg e-fas-plus\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M416 208H272V64c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32h-32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v144H32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v32c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h144v144c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h32c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32V304h144c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32v-32c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"eael-advanced-accordion-icon-opened\"><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-accordion-icon e-font-icon-svg e-fas-minus\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M416 208H32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v32c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h384c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32v-32c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"eael-accordion-tab-title\">Relatives Permit<\/span><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-toggle e-font-icon-svg e-fas-angle-right\" viewBox=\"0 0 256 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M224.3 273l-136 136c-9.4 9.4-24.6 9.4-33.9 0l-22.6-22.6c-9.4-9.4-9.4-24.6 0-33.9l96.4-96.4-96.4-96.4c-9.4-9.4-9.4-24.6 0-33.9L54.3 103c9.4-9.4 24.6-9.4 33.9 0l136 136c9.5 9.4 9.5 24.6.1 34z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/div><div id=\"elementor-tab-content-4097\" class=\"eael-accordion-content clearfix\" data-tab=\"7\" aria-labelledby=\"relatives-permit\"><p>May be issued to a foreigner who is a member of the immediate family of a citizen or a resident, provided that such citizen or resident provides the prescribed financial assurance<\/p><ul><li>\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Complete application form (BI-1738) (www.home-affairs.gov.za\/documents\/bi1738.pdf)<\/li><li>\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Fee to be deposited into the Embassy bank account (Spouses and children of citizens or Permanent Residents are exempted from fees)<\/li><li>\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 2 x passport size photos<\/li><li>\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Passport valid for no less than 30 days after the expiry of intended visit<\/li><li>\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 At least two unused pages when presenting the passport for the purpose of endorsing a visa or permit<\/li><li>\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 A yellow fever vaccination certificate, if applicant travelled or intends travelling from or through a yellow fever endemic area (not applicable for direct transit)<\/li><li>\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Medical report in respect of each applicant<\/li><li>\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Radiological report in respect of each applicant (not applicable for children under the age of 12 years or pregnant women)<\/li><li>\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Police Clearance Certificate<\/li><li>\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Marriage certificate (if applicable)<\/li><li>\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Full birth certificate (if applicable)<\/li><li>\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Proof of relationship (affidavit in respect of permanent spousal relationship and particulars of any children born of such relationship)<\/li><li>\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Minor dependent children accompanying or joining:<ul><li>\u00a0An unabridged birth certificate<\/li><li>\u00a0If adopted, proof of adoption<\/li><li>\u00a0In the case of minor subject to guardianship or custody, proof of such guardianship and custody<\/li><li>\u00a0In the case of unaccompanied minor \u2013 consent from the guardian<\/li><\/ul><\/li><li>\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Proof by means of salary advice or bank statement that the sponsoring citizen or permanent resident has R4600.00 per month per person (not applicable where the applicant is a spouse or dependent minor child)<\/li><li>\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 A refundable deposit payable after the evaluation of the application to the amount of \u20ac 800.00 (except in the case of a spouse or dependent minor child)<\/li><li>\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Return ticket reservations<\/li><\/ul><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div><div class=\"eael-accordion-list\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div id=\"retired-person-permit\" class=\"elementor-tab-title eael-accordion-header\" tabindex=\"0\" data-tab=\"8\" aria-controls=\"elementor-tab-content-4098\"><span class=\"eael-advanced-accordion-icon-closed\"><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-accordion-icon e-font-icon-svg e-fas-plus\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M416 208H272V64c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32h-32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v144H32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v32c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h144v144c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h32c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32V304h144c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32v-32c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"eael-advanced-accordion-icon-opened\"><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-accordion-icon e-font-icon-svg e-fas-minus\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M416 208H32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v32c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h384c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32v-32c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"eael-accordion-tab-title\">Retired Person Permit<\/span><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-toggle e-font-icon-svg e-fas-angle-right\" viewBox=\"0 0 256 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M224.3 273l-136 136c-9.4 9.4-24.6 9.4-33.9 0l-22.6-22.6c-9.4-9.4-9.4-24.6 0-33.9l96.4-96.4-96.4-96.4c-9.4-9.4-9.4-24.6 0-33.9L54.3 103c9.4-9.4 24.6-9.4 33.9 0l136 136c9.5 9.4 9.5 24.6.1 34z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/div><div id=\"elementor-tab-content-4098\" class=\"eael-accordion-content clearfix\" data-tab=\"8\" aria-labelledby=\"retired-person-permit\"><p>May be issued to a foreigner who intents to retire in South Africa.<\/p><ul><li>\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Complete application form (BI-1738) (www.home-affairs.gov.za\/documents\/bi1738.pdf)<\/li><li>\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Fee to be deposited into the Embassy bank account<\/li><li>\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 2 x passport size photos<\/li><li>\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Passport valid for no less than 30 days after the expiry of intended visit<\/li><li>\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 At least two unused pages when presenting the passport for the purpose of endorsing a visa or permit<\/li><li>\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Refundable deposit to the amount of \u20ac 800.00<\/li><li>\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 A yellow fever vaccination certificate, if applicant travelled or intends travelling from or through a yellow fever endemic area (not applicable for direct transit)<\/li><li>\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Police Clearance Certificate<\/li><li>\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Proof of an existing pension or an irrevocable annuity or retirement account which will pay out an amount of R20 000.00 per month OR\u00a0 a combination of assets realising R20 000.00 per month<\/li><li>\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Medical report<\/li><li>\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Radiological report (not applicable for children under the age of 12 years or pregnant women)<\/li><li>\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Air ticket<\/li><\/ul><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div><div class=\"eael-accordion-list\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div id=\"study-permit\" class=\"elementor-tab-title eael-accordion-header\" tabindex=\"0\" data-tab=\"9\" aria-controls=\"elementor-tab-content-4099\"><span class=\"eael-advanced-accordion-icon-closed\"><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-accordion-icon e-font-icon-svg e-fas-plus\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M416 208H272V64c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32h-32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v144H32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v32c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h144v144c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h32c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32V304h144c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32v-32c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"eael-advanced-accordion-icon-opened\"><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-accordion-icon e-font-icon-svg e-fas-minus\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M416 208H32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v32c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h384c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32v-32c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"eael-accordion-tab-title\">Study Permit<\/span><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-toggle e-font-icon-svg e-fas-angle-right\" viewBox=\"0 0 256 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M224.3 273l-136 136c-9.4 9.4-24.6 9.4-33.9 0l-22.6-22.6c-9.4-9.4-9.4-24.6 0-33.9l96.4-96.4-96.4-96.4c-9.4-9.4-9.4-24.6 0-33.9L54.3 103c9.4-9.4 24.6-9.4 33.9 0l136 136c9.5 9.4 9.5 24.6.1 34z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/div><div id=\"elementor-tab-content-4099\" class=\"eael-accordion-content clearfix\" data-tab=\"9\" aria-labelledby=\"study-permit\"><p>May be issued to a foreigner intending to study in South Africa for longer than three (3) months<\/p><ul><li>\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Complete application form (BI-1738) (www.home-affairs.gov.za\/documents\/bi1738.pdf)<\/li><li>\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Fee to be deposited into the Embassy bank account<\/li><li>\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 2 x passport size photos<\/li><li>\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Passport valid for no less than 30 days after the expiry of intended visit<\/li><li>\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 At least two unused pages when presenting the passport for the purpose of endorsing a visa or permit<\/li><li>\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 An official letter from the relevant institution confirming provisional acceptance at the Institution and the duration of the course.<\/li><li>\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 In the case of a foreign state accepting responsibility for the applicant in terms of a bilateral agreement, a written undertaking in respect of the departure of the applicant.<\/li><li>\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 A yellow fever vaccination certificate, if applicant travelled or intends travelling from or through a yellow fever endemic area (not applicable for direct transit)<\/li><li>\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Medical report in respect of each applicant<\/li><li>\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Radiological report in respect of each applicant (not applicable for children under the age of 12 years or pregnant women)<\/li><li>\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Police Clearance Certificate<\/li><li>\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Marriage certificate (if applicable)<\/li><li>\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 In case of a person under the age of 21 years:<ul><li>\u00a0The particulars of the person in the Republic who will act as the learner\u2019s guardian and a confirmatory letter form that intended guardian,<\/li><li>\u00a0Proof of consent for the intended stay from both parents or from the custodian parent, along with proof of sole custody in the latter case.<\/li><\/ul><\/li><li>\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Minor dependent children accompanying or joining:<ul><li>\u00a0An unabridged birth certificate<\/li><li>\u00a0If adopted, proof of adoption<\/li><li>\u00a0In the case of minor subject to guardianship or custody, proof of such guardianship and custody<\/li><li>\u00a0In the case of unaccompanied minor \u2013 consent from the guardian<\/li><\/ul><\/li><li>Proof of sufficient financial means to cover tuition fees, subsistence and incidental costs in the form of:\u00a0<\/li><li style=\"list-style-type: none\"><ul><li>\u00a0Bank statements<\/li><li>\u00a0Cash available traveller\u2019s cheques\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Proof of sufficient financial means to cover tuition fees, subsistence and incidental costs in the form of:<\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><p><strong>OR<\/strong><\/p><ul><li>\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Confirmation letter from the host in South Africa containing the following:<ul><li>\u00a0 Copy of hosts ID document or Residence Permit or Passport<\/li><\/ul><\/li><li>\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Contract details (residential address and telephone numbers)<\/li><li>\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Payment of refundable deposit after the evaluation of the application (\u20ac 800.00)<\/li><li>\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Return ticket reservation (submission of proof of a valid return air ticket after the approval of the Permit<\/li><\/ul><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div><div class=\"eael-accordion-list\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div id=\"treaty-permit\" class=\"elementor-tab-title eael-accordion-header\" tabindex=\"0\" data-tab=\"10\" aria-controls=\"elementor-tab-content-40910\"><span class=\"eael-advanced-accordion-icon-closed\"><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-accordion-icon e-font-icon-svg e-fas-plus\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M416 208H272V64c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32h-32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v144H32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v32c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h144v144c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h32c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32V304h144c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32v-32c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"eael-advanced-accordion-icon-opened\"><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-accordion-icon e-font-icon-svg e-fas-minus\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M416 208H32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v32c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h384c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32v-32c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"eael-accordion-tab-title\">Treaty Permit<\/span><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-toggle e-font-icon-svg e-fas-angle-right\" viewBox=\"0 0 256 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M224.3 273l-136 136c-9.4 9.4-24.6 9.4-33.9 0l-22.6-22.6c-9.4-9.4-9.4-24.6 0-33.9l96.4-96.4-96.4-96.4c-9.4-9.4-9.4-24.6 0-33.9L54.3 103c9.4-9.4 24.6-9.4 33.9 0l136 136c9.5 9.4 9.5 24.6.1 34z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/div><div id=\"elementor-tab-content-40910\" class=\"eael-accordion-content clearfix\" data-tab=\"10\" aria-labelledby=\"treaty-permit\"><p>May be issued to a foreigner conducting activities in South Africa in terms of an international agreement to which South Africa is a party.<\/p><ul><li>\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Complete application form (BI-1738) (www.home-affairs.gov.za\/documents\/bi1738.pdf)<\/li><li>\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Fee to be deposited into the Embassy bank account<\/li><li>\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 2 x passport size photos<\/li><li>\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Passport valid for no less than 30 days after the expiry of intended visit<\/li><li>\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 At least two unused pages when presenting the passport for the purpose of endorsing a visa or permit<\/li><li>\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Proof of valid return air ticker OR refundable deposit (\u20ac 800.00) OR a written undertaking by the employer accepting responsibility for the costs related to the deportation of the applicant and his or her dependent family members, should it become necessary<\/li><li>\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 A yellow fever vaccination certificate, if applicant travelled or intends travelling from or through a yellow fever endemic area (not applicable for direct transit)<\/li><li>\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 A letter from the relevant organ or state involved in the agreement attesting to the:<ul><li>\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Nature of the programme and the treaty under which it is conducted;<\/li><li>\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Participation of the foreigner in the mentioned programme;<\/li><li>\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Type of activities the foreigner is expected to perform under the agreement and the duration of the project<\/li><\/ul><\/li><li>\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Medical report in respect of each applicant<\/li><li>\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Radiological report in respect of each applicant (not applicable for children under the age of 12 years or pregnant women)<\/li><li>\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Police Clearance Certificate<\/li><li>\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Marriage certificate (if applicable)<\/li><li>\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Proof of relationship (affidavit in respect of permanent spousal relationship and particulars of any children born of such relationship) \u2013 if applicable<\/li><li>\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Minor dependent children accompanying or joining:<ul><li>\u00a0An unabridged birth certificate<\/li><li>\u00a0In the case of minor subject to guardianship or custody, proof of such guardianship and custody<\/li><li>\u00a0In the case of unaccompanied minor \u2013 consent from the guardian<\/li><\/ul><\/li><li>\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Return air ticket<\/li><li>Written undertaking by the employer accepting responsibility for the costs related to the deportation of the applicant and his or her dependent family members, should it become necessary\u00a0 Where the employer is a Government Department of the Republic and is unable to submit the mentioned written undertaking, the sending State may submit that undertaking<\/li><\/ul><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div><div class=\"eael-accordion-list\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div id=\"business-permit\" class=\"elementor-tab-title eael-accordion-header\" tabindex=\"0\" data-tab=\"11\" aria-controls=\"elementor-tab-content-40911\"><span class=\"eael-advanced-accordion-icon-closed\"><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-accordion-icon e-font-icon-svg e-fas-plus\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M416 208H272V64c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32h-32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v144H32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v32c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h144v144c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h32c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32V304h144c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32v-32c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"eael-advanced-accordion-icon-opened\"><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-accordion-icon e-font-icon-svg e-fas-minus\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M416 208H32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v32c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h384c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32v-32c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"eael-accordion-tab-title\">Business Permit<\/span><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-toggle e-font-icon-svg e-fas-angle-right\" viewBox=\"0 0 256 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M224.3 273l-136 136c-9.4 9.4-24.6 9.4-33.9 0l-22.6-22.6c-9.4-9.4-9.4-24.6 0-33.9l96.4-96.4-96.4-96.4c-9.4-9.4-9.4-24.6 0-33.9L54.3 103c9.4-9.4 24.6-9.4 33.9 0l136 136c9.5 9.4 9.5 24.6.1 34z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/div><div id=\"elementor-tab-content-40911\" class=\"eael-accordion-content clearfix\" data-tab=\"11\" aria-labelledby=\"business-permit\"><p>May be issued to a foreigner intending to establish or invest in a business in South Africa in which he or she may be employed.<\/p><ul><li>\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Complete application form (BI-1738) (www.home-affairs.gov.za\/documents\/bi1738.pdf)<\/li><li>\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Fee to be deposited into the Embassy bank account<\/li><li>\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 2 x passport size photos<\/li><li>\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Passport valid for no less than 30 days after the expiry of intended visit<\/li><li>\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 At least two unused pages when presenting the passport for the purpose of endorsing a visa or permit<\/li><li>\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Proof of valid return air ticker OR refundable deposit (\u20ac 800.00) OR a written undertaking by the employer accepting responsibility for the costs related to the deportation of the applicant and his or her dependent family members, should it become necessary<\/li><li>\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 A yellow fever vaccination certificate, if applicant travelled or intends travelling from or through a yellow fever endemic area (not applicable for direct transit)<\/li><li>\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Certificate issued by a Chartered Accountant registered with the South African Institute of Chartered Accountants to the effect that:<ul><li>\u00a0 at least R2,5 million in cash;<\/li><li>\u00a0 a capital contribution of at least R2,5 million; or<\/li><li>\u00a0 at least R2 million in cash and a capital contribution of at least R460 000.00 originating from abroad is available to be invested as part o the book value of the business<\/li><\/ul><\/li><li>\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Business plan outlining the feasibility of the business (both short and long term)<\/li><li>\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Proof of undertaking to register with the South African Revenue Service<\/li><li>\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Proof of registration with the relevant body, board or council, if applicable<\/li><li>\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 The capitalisation requirement may be reduced or waived in respect of the following businesses (national interest or requested by Department of Trade and Industry):<ul><li>\u00a0 Information and Communication Technology;<\/li><li>\u00a0 Clothing and textile manufacturing;<\/li><li>\u00a0 Chemicals and bio-technology industry;<\/li><li>\u00a0 Agro-processing industry;<\/li><li>\u00a0 Metals and minerals refinement industry;<\/li><li>\u00a0 Automotive manufacturing industry;<\/li><li>\u00a0 Tourism industry; and<\/li><li>\u00a0 Crafts<\/li><\/ul><\/li><li>\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 A foreigner who invests or has invested in an existing business shall submit financial statements of the business in respect of the preceding financial year<\/li><li>A foreigner who invests or has invested in an existing business as a partner shall submit:<ul><li>\u00a0 Financial statements in respect of the preceding financial year; and<\/li><li>\u00a0 A partnership agreement<\/li><\/ul><\/li><li>\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 A refundable deposit payable after the evaluation of the application (\u20ac 800.00)<\/li><li>\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Medical report in respect of each applicant<\/li><li>\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Radiological report in respect of each applicant (not applicable for children under the age of 12 years or pregnant women)<\/li><li>\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Police Clearance Certificate<\/li><li>\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Marriage certificate (if applicable)<\/li><li>\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Proof of relationship (affidavit in respect of permanent spousal relationship and particulars of any children born of such relationship) \u2013 if applicable<\/li><li>\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Minor dependent children accompanying or joining:<ul><li>\u00a0 An unabridged birth certificate<\/li><li>\u00a0 If adopted, proof of adoption<\/li><li>\u00a0 In the case of minor subject to guardianship or custody, proof of such guardianship and custody<\/li><li>\u00a0 In the case of unaccompanied minor \u2013 consent from the guardian<\/li><\/ul><\/li><li>\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Return ticket reservations (submission of proof of a valid return ticket after approval of visa)<\/li><\/ul><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div><div class=\"eael-accordion-list\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div id=\"diplomatic-permit\" class=\"elementor-tab-title eael-accordion-header\" tabindex=\"0\" data-tab=\"12\" aria-controls=\"elementor-tab-content-40912\"><span class=\"eael-advanced-accordion-icon-closed\"><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-accordion-icon e-font-icon-svg e-fas-plus\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M416 208H272V64c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32h-32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v144H32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v32c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h144v144c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h32c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32V304h144c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32v-32c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"eael-advanced-accordion-icon-opened\"><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-accordion-icon e-font-icon-svg e-fas-minus\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M416 208H32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v32c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h384c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32v-32c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"eael-accordion-tab-title\">Diplomatic Permit<\/span><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-toggle e-font-icon-svg e-fas-angle-right\" viewBox=\"0 0 256 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M224.3 273l-136 136c-9.4 9.4-24.6 9.4-33.9 0l-22.6-22.6c-9.4-9.4-9.4-24.6 0-33.9l96.4-96.4-96.4-96.4c-9.4-9.4-9.4-24.6 0-33.9L54.3 103c9.4-9.4 24.6-9.4 33.9 0l136 136c9.5 9.4 9.5 24.6.1 34z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/div><div id=\"elementor-tab-content-40912\" class=\"eael-accordion-content clearfix\" data-tab=\"12\" aria-labelledby=\"diplomatic-permit\"><p>May be issued to a diplomatic passport holder.<\/p><ul><li>\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Complete application form (BI-84) 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